1991 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (200 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (169 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 53 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Nova | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Nova | 120 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
